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逸 (yì) vs 脱 (tuō) — choose 逸 when emphasizing a carefree or leisurely escape, while 脱 focuses more on the act of shedding or getting rid of something.
Be careful not to confuse 逸 with similar-sounding words like 意 (yì, meaning 'meaning' or 'intent'). It is often used in literary or poetic contexts, conveying elegance and grandeur. Common collocations include 逸事 (yì shì, meaning 'outstanding event') and 逸趣 (yì qù, meaning 'leisurely interests').
While 逸 is not listed in the HSK levels, it connects well with other words expressing leisure and excellence. Students should focus on recognizing its use in literary texts and phrases to deepen their understanding of Chinese culture.
Learners often confuse 逸 with 义 (yì, meaning 'righteousness') due to similar pronunciation. Remember, 逸 refers to escape and leisure, while 义 relates to moral principles.
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Etymology of 逸
To run 辶 like a rabbit 兔
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How to say to flee, to escape, to break loose in Chinese
“to flee, to escape, to break loose” in Chinese is逸
The character 逸 (yì) primarily means to escape or break free, often used in contexts suggesting leisure or a carefree state. It can describe both a physical escape from something and a metaphorical sense of being free from worries or constraints, highlighting a state of leisure or excellence.
When to use 逸
Be careful not to confuse 逸 with similar-sounding words like 意 (yì, meaning 'meaning' or 'intent'). It is often used in literary or poetic contexts, conveying elegance and grandeur. Common collocations include 逸事 (yì shì, meaning 'outstanding event') and 逸趣 (yì qù, meaning 'leisurely interests').
逸 or something close to it
逸 (yì) vs 脱 (tuō) — choose 逸 when emphasizing a carefree or leisurely escape, while 脱 focuses more on the act of shedding or getting rid of something.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 逸 with 义 (yì, meaning 'righteousness') due to similar pronunciation. Remember, 逸 refers to escape and leisure, while 义 relates to moral principles.
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Grammar Patterns of 逸
逸 carries 3 distinct meanings. Below you'll find the patterns that show how it combines with other words, plus example sentences pulled directly from native usage.
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持枪歹徒坐上一辆由同伙驾驶的摩托车逃____。
The gunman escaped on a motorcycle being ridden by an accomplice.
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Synonyms include 逃 (táo, meaning 'to escape') and 安逸 (ān yì, meaning 'comfortable or leisurely').
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